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Crime & Courts
UPND Calls on UN to Stop Labeling Suspected Militia as Political Detainees
The United Party for National Development has called on the United Nations to stop classifying individuals suspected of involvement in militia or insurgency activities as political detainees, arguing that such cases should instead be handled through Zambia’s established legal institutions. In a statement issued by…
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Africa & World
UN Calls for Release of Political Detainees in Zambia
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, Gina Romero, has called on the Zambian Government to release political detainees, respect fundamental freedoms and urgently restore democratic accountability. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ms. Romero has…
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Crime & Courts
22-Year-Old Dies in Chadiza Gold Mining Accident
A 22-year-old man has died after gravel collapsed on him while he was conducting gold mining activities along the Tivilili Stream in Chadiza District. Elias Soko, of Isaac Village in Chief Zingalume’s area, died on Monday after becoming trapped under mud and gravel while digging…
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Crime & Courts
Mukandila Seeks Court Order for Release after 14 Days in Custody
Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila is seeking a court order for his release after spending 14 days in custody without appearing before a court or being granted police bond. Mr Mukandila was arrested by the Immigration Department at his residence in Mapepe, Chilanga District…
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Politics
Zelenskyy Congratulates Hichilema on Re-Election
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, describing the result as a reflection of Zambians’ confidence in his leadership and their desire for continued democratic development. In a congratulatory message President Zelenskyy said Ukraine values its friendly relations with Zambia…
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Crime & Courts
Police Probe Motorist WHO Fled Stop Order during Presidential Motorcade
The Zambia Police Service has launched investigations into a motorist who allegedly defied a lawful order to stop and sped off during the movement of President Hakainde Hichilema’s motorcade in Lusaka. The incident happened at the T-junction of Chilimbulu and Mosi-oa-Tunya Roads as the Presidential…
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Politics
Mnangagwa, Ruto Hail Zambia’s Democracy, Urge Unity after Elections
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Kenyan President William Ruto have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, while calling for continued unity and stronger regional cooperation as Zambia begins a new five-year term. Speaking at President Hichilema’s inauguration in Lusaka, President Mnangagwa described Zambia and…
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Politics
Hh Pledges Growth, Unity and Opportunity in Second Term
President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to use his second term to accelerate economic growth, create jobs and expand opportunities for Zambians, while calling for unity following the 2026 General Elections. Speaking during his inauguration in Lusaka, President Hichilema says the focus of the next five…
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Crime & Courts
Mwamba Peni Seeks Immediate Release from Police Custody
Former Permanent Secretary for Special Duties Mwamba Peni has asked the High Court to order his immediate release from police custody, arguing that his continued detention is unlawful. Mr Peni has sued the Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha, seeking a writ of habeas corpus to compel…
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Crime & Courts
Mundubile, Zulu Among 18 Transferred to Mukobeko Prison
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) 2026 Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, lawyer Makebi Zulu and 16 other accused persons have been transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Prison in Kabwe. Lawyer Milner Katolo says the 18 were moved on August 30, 2026, from various detention…
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Politics
Paul Kabuswe Seeks Fresh Election
Former Mines Minister and UPND parliamentary candidate for Chililabombwe, Paul Kabuswe, wants the High Court to nullify Nsofwa Lupele’s election as Member of Parliament for Chililabombwe Constituency and order a fresh election. Mr. Kabuswe, who has petitioned Mr. Lupele and the Electoral Commission of Zambia…
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Crime & Courts
A 29-Year-Old Arrested over Forged FISP Receipts as Police Recover K226,800 Fertilizer in Mpongwe
A 29-year-old Bayer SeedCo merchandiser has been arrested in Mpongwe District, Copperbelt province after police uncovered forged Farmer Input Support Program-FISP- receipts and recovered 216 bags of fertilizer worth K226,800. Copperbelt Police Commissioner Rae Hamoonga identified the suspect as Chilando Kahokola of Turbine Area, Mpongwe…
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Sport
Zambia Volleyball Out in the R16
Zambia’s women’s national volleyball team has bowed out of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship after losing 3–1 to Ghana in the Round of 16. The debutants showed resilience throughout the tournament, progressing from the group stage after finishing third in Group A, but…
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Crime & Courts
Mundubile, Makebi Zulu, 16 Others Charged with Treason
Lawyer Milner Katolo, representing Valden Findlay, has confirmed that former presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, lawyer Makebi Zulu and 16 others have been charged with treason, bringing the total number of accused to 18. Mr Katolo says the seriousness of the charge demands that the State…
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Crime & Courts
Police Warn against Unlawful Protests Ahead of Inauguration
The Zambia Police Service has issued a strong warning against planned unlawful processions, assemblies and protests across the country, including during Tuesday’s presidential inauguration. Police Inspector General Graphel Musamba says the Service has received credible intelligence that certain groups and individuals are mobilising and inciting…
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Business
Eagles Mealie Meal Prices Reduced
The Zambia National Service has announced the sale of Eagles Mealie Meal at reduced prices, with a 25-kilogram bag of breakfast meal selling at K175 on order, while roller meal is going for K135. According to the ZNS price schedule, the retail price for a…
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Politics
Ti-Z Raises Transparency Concerns on the 2026 General Elections
Transparency International Zambia(TI-Z) has flagged serious concerns around transparency in the results-management process, uneven campaign conditions, and gaps in Zambia’s electoral laws in the judt ended 2026 general elections which were largely peaceful and competitive in many areas. In a post election statement, TI-Z Executive…
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Business
Zambia’s Annual External Debt Service Falls to Us$900 Million
Zambia’s annual external debt-service payments are projected to fall to about US$900 million from 2026, following the country’s successful debt restructuring. Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa says this is significantly lower than the estimated US$2.6 billion per year that Zambia would have been required…
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Lifestyle
Church Clarifies UN Role in Mundubile, Makebi Zulu Handover, Rules Out Political Deal
The Eight Church Mother Bodies have moved to clarify their role in the recent handover of opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu, following their stay at the United Nations premises in Lusaka. Speaking on behalf of the Eight Church Mother Bodies, Evangelical Fellowship of…
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Crime & Courts
16 of 17 Suspects, Including Three Artists, Set for Court Appearance Today
Sixteen of the 17 suspects arrested in Western Province, including musicians Moses Ng’andwe, alias Chester, Felix Mangani Phiri, alias Felix Ndangeni Inshila, and comedian Winston Ngosa, alias IDC Light Comedy, are expected to appear in court today. Lawyer representing the accused, Wisdom Nyirenda, says only…
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Zambia
Father, Son, Two Others Die in Rufunsa Road Accident
A road traffic accidents involving Power Tools public service bus and a Volvo Truck and trailer along the Great East Road in Lukwipa area of Rufunsa District has claimed the lives of 4 people among them the driver and his son. 36 other passengers are…
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Politics
Kibombwe Wants Chitambala’s Lusaka Mayoral Win Nullified
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity candidate Gabriel Kibombwe wants the Local Government Elections Tribunal in Lusaka to declare Mwewa Chitambala’s election as Mayor for the City of Lusaka void, and have himself declared duly elected instead. Mr. Kibombwe says the declaration was made…
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Politics
Government Offers State Funeral Honours to Late Mutotwe Kafwaya
Government says it offered to accord former Cabinet Minister and former Lunte Member of Parliament, Mutotwe Kafwaya, funeral and burial honours applicable to a former Cabinet Minister. The offer, however, has been declined by the family, which has opted for a private funeral. Mr Kafwaya…
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Business
2027 National Budget to be Presented Within 90 Days of Presidential Swearing-in
The 2027 National Budget is expected to be presented to the National Assembly within 90 days of President Hakainde Hichilema’s swearing-in, in line with the Constitution of Zambia. President Hichilema is scheduled to be sworn in on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following the August 2026…
